Assistant Meteorologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WJHG:
Imagine working in a place where most people travel to for vacation. That's what you'll find at the WJHG-TV/NBC and WECP-TV/CBS Affiliate in Panama City Beach, Florida! The area is home to a booming tourism industry, local military bases, and a rapidly growing local economy. WJHG/WECP prides itself on being a leader not only in news but also in serving the local community, with a strong presence at local events. Our mission is to cover news that digs deeper and holds true to solid journalistic ethics, and to offer businesses the best options to market their products and services, including a full-service digital marketing department. Our number one rated award-winning team is all about leadership and growth, and we stay on top of the latest technical advances. Join our fast-paced team and enjoy a laid-back lifestyle at WJHG/WECP in beautiful Panama City Beach.
Job Summary/Description:
We are looking for a meteorologist to lead our weekend weather coverage. This position also requires working as an MMJ, covering general assignments as determined by management, three days during the week. Strong technical skills are necessary, as this position will also be responsible for updating weathercasts for digital, web, social media, and our streaming TV platforms on weekends (and weekdays as assigned). This is an entry-level position ideal for someone who desires to learn under the guidance of an award-winning news and weather team.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Creating weathercasts for on-air as well as on streaming/digital platforms.
- Doing weather for on-air newscasts each weekend and filling in as needed on other shifts.
- Cultivating, writing, and editing content pertaining to both news and weather for web, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Ability to report and go live from the field on general assignments or live weathercasts, as determined daily by news management.
- Assist with producing, writing, and anchoring daily streaming half-hour weather shows.
- Able to independently do long-form weathercasts on streaming platforms and sustain long hours on multiple platforms during severe weather coverage, under the direction of the chief meteorologist or news director.
- Ability to stay organized and calm during high-pressure breaking news and weather situations.
- Fill in as needed in various capacities as necessary in a modern television newsroom.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- A BA/BS degree in Meteorology, Broadcast Journalism with an emphasis on weather, or a related field is required for this position.
- A sample video reel demonstrating on-air skills is required for consideration.
- Strong professional social media skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational/scheduling skills.
- A valid driver's license and good driving record.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WJHG-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with Gray's employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.
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